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If you’re searching for how to treat degenerative disc disease without surgery in Chula Vista, CA, chances are you’re already dealing with daily back or neck pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, or nerve symptoms — and you want a real solution, not temporary relief.

 

At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, many patients from Chula Vista seek care with Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC, a Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor and Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialistwho has spent nearly 21 years helping patients avoid injections and surgery whenever possible.

 

“Dr. Boelk & his staff are by far the BEST at spinal decompression. I walked into his office unable to sit to do my job, where I was having to lay each day, and within a couple of weeks he helped me with being able to sit again. His attention to you & the way he will make you feel is unparalleled.

First of all, he has suffered from some severe back issues, so his empathy is very high. Secondly, he is extremely caring & genuinely wants to help people.

I’ve never worked with a doctor who has cared as much and made me feel like I was his only patient before. There would be four people there at the same time, and he still made me feel this way. I cannot thank him enough & cannot recommend him enough. He is an angel on earth.”
— Erin Turk, CA

 

Patients describe Dr. Boelk’s approach as a balance of clinical precision and genuine empathy — a combination that has drawn individuals from La Jolla, Del Mar, Carmel Valley, and far beyond.

 

From Alaska to San Diego for Lasting Relief

“My name is Lynn. I am from Alaska, and I just want to say it was totally worth taking a trip to go to the Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego. I was having pain radiating down my legs, I couldn’t sleep, I could barely walk.

After treatment I am back to shoveling snow, teaching school, taking walks. So, I just want to thank Dr. Boelk and the clinic, you guys are wonderful, and you have created such a wonderful, friendly, kind and truly caring atmosphere. I highly encourage anybody that might be considering spinal decompression therapy, it really makes a difference.”
— Lynn C., Alaska

 

When patients are willing to travel from out of state — and even out of the country — it’s because they’ve heard what countless others have experienced: real, lasting back pain relief under Dr. Boelk’s care.

 

Our clinic is located just minutes from Chula Vista and is known as one of the most experienced Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression practices in California, exclusively using the DRX9000 True Spinal Decompression System.

 

What Degenerative Disc Disease Really Is (and What It Isn’t)

Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is not actually a disease — it’s a progressive breakdown of spinal discs that occurs due to:

• Loss of disc hydration
• Reduced disc height
• Micro-instability between spinal segments
• Increased pressure on spinal nerves

As discs lose their ability to absorb shock, even normal movements can cause pain, inflammation, or nerve irritation. Over time, this can lead to:

• Chronic low back or neck pain
• Sciatic or arm pain
• Morning stiffness
• Pain with sitting, standing, or walking
• Recurrent flare-ups that never fully resolve

Most conventional treatments focus on masking symptoms. Very few address why the disc is failing to heal.

 

Why Most Treatments Don’t Stop Disc Degeneration

Medications, injections, stretching, or general chiropractic adjustments may reduce pain temporarily — but they do not change disc pressure or restore disc health.

Degenerated discs heal poorly when they remain compressed.

That’s why long-term improvement requires controlled decompression of the disc combined with movement correction and stabilization — not just passive care.

 

How Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Works for DDD

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) using the DRX9000 is designed to gently reduce disc pressure while supporting natural healing.

Each session is doctor-directed and customized, not generic traction.

The DRX9000 allows Dr. Boelk to:

• Precisely unload degenerated discs
• Create negative pressure inside the disc
• Improve nutrient and fluid exchange
• Reduce nerve compression
• Support disc rehydration over time

This process helps slow degeneration and often reduces pain significantly — without injections or surgery.

 

Passive Care Alone Is Not Enough

While spinal decompression is a powerful tool, it is only one part of the solution.

Every patient’s care plan also includes:

• Movement and posture education
• Spinal and hip stability training
• Controlled rehabilitation to reduce re-injury
• Home strategies to protect healing discs

This active + passive approach is what allows pain to improve faster — and stay away longer.

 

Are You a Candidate for Non-Surgical Care?

Not everyone with degenerative disc disease is a candidate for spinal decompression — and that matters.

Your candidacy depends on:

• MRI and imaging findings
• Disc integrity and stability
• Prior surgeries or hardware
• Neurological findings
• Overall spinal biomechanics

If care is appropriate, Dr. Boelk will explain exactly why.
If it’s not, he will be clear and help guide you toward the right next step.

That transparency is why many patients are referred by other doctors — and why people travel from outside the area for evaluation.

 

Why Patients from Chula Vista Choose This Office

Patients regularly travel from Chula Vista and South Bay because of:

• Nearly 21 years specializing in disc and nerve conditions
• Over 75,000 spinal decompression sessions performed
• 7 DRX9000 machines in one clinic
• Care personally overseen by the doctor — not delegated
• A focus on long-term outcomes, not short-term relief

The goal is simple: reduce pain, restore function, and avoid unnecessary surgery whenever possible.

 

What to Expect During Your Evaluation

During your no-charge consultation, you will:

• Review your history and symptoms
• Go over MRI or X-ray findings (if available)
• Discuss why pain has persisted
• Learn whether non-surgical decompression is appropriate
• Understand all options before making a decision

There is no pressure, and no treatment begins unless it makes sense for your case.

 

Next Steps for Chula Vista Residents

If you’ve been searching for How to Treat Degenerative Disc Disease Without Surgery, the next step is evaluation — not more waiting.

📞 Call: (619) 298-0800
📱 Text: (619) 884-8298 (after hours welcome)
🌐 Website: www.SanDiegoBackCare.com

➡️ No-charge consultation
➡️ No obligation
➡️ Bring MRI or imaging if available

You will meet directly with Dr. Boelk to determine candidacy.

 

Location (Convenient from Chula Vista)

The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego
5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92123

📞 Office: (619) 298-0800
📱 Text: (619) 884-8298
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com

 

Referral Policy

Whether referred by a medical doctor, neurologist, orthopedic surgeon, chiropractor, physical therapist, massage therapist, attorney, or friend — all patients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis.

This ensures adequate time is reserved to properly evaluate each case and determine whether care can be accepted.